Saturday, August 6, 2011

NYC Black Pride Explosion 2011 Aug 10-14



Hey folks its that time of year NYC Black Pride Explosion 2011 it all goes down in less than a week here in NYC so come out and get ya life at some of the amazing events that will be taking place over the 5 day weekend. Andresflava is on the NYC Black Pride Board Planning Committee and myself along with the rest of the staff have been working really hard to bring you what in my opinion a great line  up of events. Below is a listing of whats to take place each and every night.



Wednesday Aug 10, 2011

HERITAGE AWARDS CEREMONY - NYC EXPLOSION 2011

Wednesday, August 10 · 8:00pm - 10:00pm
 
SPLASH

50 West 17th Street
New York, NY
 
THE OPENING EVENT FOR NYC EXPLOSION 2011 (BLACK PRIDE)


THIS IS A RED CARPET EVENT.......

THE HONOREES ARE:

(UMOSHA) GARY GREAVES & COUNT MAURICE

(LOVERGIRL) KATE FRAWLEY & SOFINA TERZO

TYRONE PROCTOR

TRACY AFRIKA

CAMILLE THOMAS

RAY SMITH

JONTE

R.R. CHANEL

JAMES EARL HARDY

BLONDELL JACKSON

GEORGE FAISON

 
Thursday Aug 11, 2011
 
BLACK, LOUD AND PROUD: THE COMEDY SHOWCASE

Thursday, August 11 · 9:00pm - 11:30pm
The Duplex
61 Christopher Street
New York, NY


NYC EXPLOSION 2011 Presents


Black, Loud and Proud: The Comedy Showcase

Featuring: Derrick Styles, Omar, Nikki Carr and Harmonica Sunbeam as OMD

You must make reservations for this show and there is a 2 drink minimum.

http://www.theduplex.com/


Thursday Aug 11, 2011


Black Pride: A NYC Explosion 2011 Event
Thursday, August 11 at 10:00pm - August 12 at 4:00am
 
MBK Entertainment Recording Artist DAISHA performing live at Escuelita for this special Black Pride Kickoff event! Hosted by Lee Soulja, Rich Starr, Puff Notorious , Big Ben and Jon Jon!



Friday Aug 12, 2011

BOOM! The Best Of Out Music: A NYC Explosion 2011 Event

Friday, August 12 · 6:00pm - 10:00pm
 
Secret

525 W. 29th Street

New York, New York


NYC Explosion and DA Doo Dirty Show salute the Best Of Out Music artist with a live showcase. If you love hearing live performance and seeing new breakout talent, then this is one for you not to miss.
 
 
Friday Aug 12, 2011
 
SWAGGED! The Black Pride Outdoor Pier Dance
Friday, August 12 at 10:00pm - August 13 at 3:00am
 
South Street Seaport
89 South Street (Fulton Street)
New York, NY


Saturday Aug 13, 2011

 
FIRE ISLAND BLACK OUT: NYC EXPLOSION 2011 BEACH EVENT

Saturday, August 13 · 12:00pm - 11:00pm
 
THE OFFICIAL BEACH EVENT FOR NYC EXPLOSION 2011

FIRE ISLAND BLACK OUT!!

The worlds largest Black LGBT Beach Event

Pls make sure you visit the SIMPLY WILLIAM TENT on the beach!

Alot of special surprises awaits you under this tent.

http://www.fireislandblackout.com/



Saturday Aug 13, 2011

SIN: The Black Pride Main Event

Saturday, August 13 at 11:00pm - August 14 at 4:00am
 
Gramercy Theatre
127 E. 23rd Street (Lexington)
New York, New York


This is the Main Party Event for NYC Explosion 2011 (Black Pride).


Featuruing a live performance by Jive Records recording artist WISH.

Also 10 DJs on 2 dancefloors plus hot gogo dancers in one of the biggest venues in NYC filled with over 1000 men.

This is one not to be missed!!
 
 
Sunday Aug 14, 2011
 
HARLEM SUNDAY BRUNCH: A NYC EXPLOSION 2011 EVENT

Sunday, August 14 · 12:00pm - 5:00pm
 
BILLIE'S BLACK
271 West 119th Street
New York, NY
 
 
There is nothing in the world that compares to Sunday Brunch in Harlem.


Come experience one of best traditions NYC has to offer!!

Singer Lady Pearl will be giving you the best that she has got!!

Please make reservations. 212.280.2248

www.billiesblack.com



Sunday Aug 14, 2011
 
LIVING THE LIFE: A Black Pride Urban Cultural Expo

Sunday, August 14 · 3:00pm - 7:00pm


Dwyer Cultural Center

258 St. Nicholas Avenue (123rd Street)
New York, NY

This is a cultural expo with exhibits celebrating Black LGBT artists in Music, Dance, Film, Fashion and Photography!


Featuring:

A screening of the film by Sheldon Larry called LEAVE IT ON THE FLOOR.

A screening of 2 shorts by Rashaad Newsome:

5 which is a Vogue Performance piece from the Whitney Museum premier

SHADE which showcase the beauty and musical harmony that can come from the way Black women throw shade.

Photographs by Ricky L. Day and Gerard H. Gaskin

Fashion Couture by Jonathan Justice Blake .

Video exhibit by Andre "balldvd" Mizrahi

Dance Performance Artists Omari Mizrahi and Prince Milan

Plus a surprise live musical performances as well.



Food and Beverage will be served



Sunday Aug 14, 2011
 
The Final Explosion : NYC Black Pride Explosion Event

Sunday, August 14 at 10:00pm - August 15 at 4:00am
 
Slate
54 W. 21st Street (between 5th & 6th Avenues)
New York, New York
 

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